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Standing Committee (SC-NBWL)
Coverage of Standing Committee (SC-NBWL) in the Nexus archive.
- Ex-forest officials, conservationists challenge functioning of India’s apex Wildlife Board in Delhi HC
Ex-forest officials and conservationists have petitioned the Delhi High Court, challenging the functioning of India's National Board for Wildlife and its Standing Committee. They allege the board has become a 'clearing house' for diverting protected areas to non-conservation projects like roads, mining, and industry.